
Apartments for Rent in the Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA (422 Rentals)


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The Bakery

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Atrium Lofts at Cold Storage

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The Hub Apartments

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The Attain

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American Tobacco Collection

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Deco at CNB

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Pointe at River City

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Miller and Rhoads Residences

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The Hues at City View

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Shockoe Valley View

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The Watkins at Shockoe

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Mutual on Main Apartments

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Raven Place

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The Hudson

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South Falls Tower

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Miller Lofts @ Plant Zero

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Railyard Flats

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The Oliver

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Capitol Lofts

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The Navigator

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Commodore Old Town Manchester

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Hydro

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The Overlook at City View

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The Locks Tower

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First National Apartments

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The Hill Building

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The Masonry Apartments

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South Bank

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The Locks

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The Edison

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Highland Terrace Apartments

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The James

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Jefferson Townhouses

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Centennial Terrace

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The Commons at Plant Zero

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Cigar Lofts

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Townsend Square

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The Current

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Fairfield, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,384 | $995 | $1,827 |
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $800 | $2,899 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $945 | $4,229 |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,332 | $825 | $3,066 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $735 | $5,649 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,587 | $995 | $2,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,132 | $1,595 | $3,100 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,772 | $1,995 | $3,450 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 422 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfield Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Best Local Schools in Fairfield, Richmond, VA
Fairfield Court Elementary School
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Virginia including Fairfield, Richmond, and the greater Richmond area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly community may be just the ticket if you have a son or daughter (or both!) when you rent. Amongst all of the submarkets in Richmond, Fairfield ranks as one of our preferred neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to highly-rated education.
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For some, access to parks, paths, and trails is critically important. This residential area is a highly-rated neighborhood for access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is amongst the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfield
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Fairfield area of Richmond, VA?
As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 422 available Fairfield apartments priced from $735 to $5,649, with an average monthly rent of $1,618.
How much are Studio apartments in Fairfield?
There are currently 96 Studio Apartments in Fairfield with rent ranges from $995 to $1,827 with an average price of $1,384.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Fairfield Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Fairfield ranges from $800 to $2,899 with an average monthly rent of $1,482.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfield cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Fairfield range from $945 to $4,229. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,825.
How expensive are Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 79 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Fairfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $825 to $3,066 - averaging $2,332 for the location.
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